On Saturday 7th November, we had 20 members join us at the Aberdeen Science Centre for our local meet-up for individuals and their families affected by a bleeding disorder.
The morning began with an update from Haemophilia Scotland, where we shared the same presentation delivered at our Members’ Day & AGM in Glasgow in August. Members heard about the work we have been undertaking over the past year, alongside updates on several exciting projects on the horizon, including our Virtual Physiotherapy programme and the Generations project.
Following the presentation, attendees split into smaller discussion groups to explore a range of issues affecting the bleeding disorders community. Conversations covered topics including advocacy, women and bleeding disorders, treatment, and the contaminated blood scandal. These discussions provided a valuable opportunity for members to share experiences, raise concerns and learn from one another in a supportive environment.
After a morning of discussion, everyone came together for lunch before heading off to explore the many interactive exhibits and hands-on activities available throughout Aberdeen Science Centre. The venue provided a fun and engaging setting, allowing members of all ages to spend time together and continue conversations informally.
One attendee captured exactly what we hoped the day would achieve:
“It was a great morning to meet people I knew before and catch up and meet new members.”
We also received a great deal of valuable feedback through the evaluation forms completed on the day. The insights shared will help us shape and improve our next local Aberdeen meet-up in 2027.
If you were unable to attend and live in or around Aberdeen, we would still love to hear your ideas. If you have suggestions for future events or activities that you think would benefit local people affected by bleeding disorders, please get in touch by emailing hello@haemophilia.scot.
We would like to extend our thanks to Lewis Sutherland, Paediatric Haematology Nurse at Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital, for attending and contributing to the day.
Finally, thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a success, and to Aberdeen Science Centre for hosting us and providing such a welcoming venue.
We look forward to returning to Aberdeen in the future and continuing to bring local members together to connect, share experiences and support one another.
Dundee, we’re coming for you next! Our next local meet-up will be in Dundee on Saturday 27th February 2027. Save the date! More info to follow.
